Serving 389 students in grades 3-5, Varennes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Varennes Elementary serves the southeast part of Anderson, SC, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varennes Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varennes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Varennes Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#941 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
36%
31%
White
21%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varennes Elementary School's ranking?
Varennes Elementary School is ranked #941 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Varennes Elementary School?
389 students attend Varennes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Varennes Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varennes Elementary School?
Varennes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Varennes Elementary School offer ?
Varennes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Varennes Elementary School part of?
Varennes Elementary School is part of Anderson 05 School District.
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